I have taught the ADJA for the past ten years. There is plenty of room for each child (and teacher) to develop their own unique style within the syllabus guide lines. The ADJA has a very friendly atmosphere with willing help from the organisers and examiners alike. The annual Teachers Seminars are a great help, not only to catch up and reinforce syllabus technique and knowledge but also to discuss any problems that may arise in teaching. Dale Boddy (teacher).
Our Jazz Syllabus
The
Jazz Syllabus is structured on a progressional basis that starts at age five
years and progresses through 14 levels to Advanced and Solo Seal. The work
fully trains the Student in all aspects of basic Ballet techniques and the
dynamics of technique required to encourage performance, style and the sheer
enjoyment of Dance.
Examinations
Technical Examinations are conducted in August of each year. Students are examined in groups. The maximum number in each group is eight.
Awards
The Affiliation gives monetary awards to the candidates with the highest mark in each level and a cash award is given each year to the most promising Advanced Student.